Tinubu not desperate to run for president – APC leader

A member of the National Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress, Tolu Bankole, on Friday described the party’s presidential candidate Asiwaju Bola Tinubu as a patriot interested in the welfare of the masses.

Bankole, who revealed this in a statement in Abuja, said Tinubu’s concern over the ongoing fuel crisis and the scarcity of new naira notes portrayed him as not desperate to run for president.

The disability rights advocate said: “The strong stance of our party’s presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is a show of commitment to a better Nigeria and its endless possibilities.

“True patriotism implies a deep love for the country that not only desires the best for its compatriots, but also requires the country to pursue its goals with honesty and empathy.

“He has shown an unspeakable love unparalleled in the political history of the world. Asiwaju chose to empathize with the masses who have been subjected to untold hardship.

“The easier option of most party believers would be to say yes or remain silent on all government programs, no matter how distasteful to political correctness.

“Its ability to confront and speak out against some of the government’s policies that Asiwaju considers ‘anti-masses’ should be applauded by all. Selflessness is exhibited at the most critical moment. Tinubu is not desperate to run for president.

In his view, Tinubu’s action at “this critical stage of our political experience” was clear evidence of his unparalleled leadership.

“This demonstration of a pure heart, love for Nigerians and commitment to improving the wellbeing and well-being of all Nigerians will drive his Renewed Hope agenda to tame uncertainty; tackling unemployment and reshaping the economy for shared prosperity,” he added.